Municipal Charities
Also known as: Bedford Municipal Charities
To assist people within the area of benefit who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress
Activities & Mission
To assist people within the area of benefit who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £46,107 | £36,070 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £44,646 | £33,759 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £42,993 | £33,767 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £41,287 | £34,971 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £42,513 | £32,372 | 0 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Municipal Charities
What does Municipal Charities do?
To assist people within the area of benefit who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress
How much income did Municipal Charities report in 2025?
Municipal Charities reported total income of £46k and reported expenditure of £36k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Municipal Charities registered as a charity?
Municipal Charities was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 October 1961 as charity number 200566. It has been registered for 65 years.
Who runs Municipal Charities?
Municipal Charities is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is COUNCILLOR Jon Abbott. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Municipal Charities operate?
Municipal Charities operates in Bedford, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Municipal Charities a registered charity?
Yes — Municipal Charities is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 200566.
Details
BOROUGH HALL
CAULDWELL STREET
BEDFORD
MK42 9AP
Registry Information
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Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Bedford Municipal Charities
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated